Two Surya Kiran aircraft collide in Bengaluru, 1 pilot dead

Two Surya Kiran aircraft practising for the upcoming Aero India air show collided in Bengaluru Tuesday, leading to the death of one pilot.

The two planes were carrying a total of three pilots — one of the planes had a co-pilot but only two pilots were able to eject.

The crash took place at Bengaluru's Yelahanka air base.

Bengaluru Police added that a civilian was also hurt in the crash.

Inidan Air Force (IAF) on 2 aircraft of Surya Kiran Aerobatics Team crashed today in Bengaluru during rehearsal for #AeroIndia2019: Three pilots were occupants. Two pilots ejected and have been evacuated to the Command Hospital. Third pilot sustained fatal injuries. pic.twitter.com/eSjZPvipAr

Spot visuals: Two aircraft of Surya Kiran Aerobatics Team crashed today at Yelahanka airbase in Bengaluru, during rehearsal for #AeroIndia2019. One civilian hurt. Both pilots ejected, the debris has fallen near ISRO layout, Yelahanka new town area. #Karnatakapic.twitter.com/SaQ5NznTjF